Method for Building and Installing a Modular Carwash Assembly

ABSTRACT

A method for assembling a prefabricated modular carwash assembly, including a carwash module and an equipment module, and transporting the assembly to a predetermined building site includes the fabrication of the carwash and equipment modules at an origin and transporting those modules to a desired location. The carwash module includes a skeletal system secured on a flooring, wherein the skeletal system supports the carwash equipment. The equipment module is constructed like the carwash module, and is positioned proximate the carwash module at the building site. The equipment module includes washing and drying components such as a water pumping station and an air compressor for generating a stream of air to dry the vehicle.

This utility application is a division of U.S. patent application Ser.No. 10/423,532, filed on Aug. 11, 2003 and currently pending, whichclaims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/377,509,filed on May 1, 2002, both of which are herein incorporated byreference.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates generally to carwashes and, moreparticularly, to modular prefabricated carwashes that may be easilytransported to a desired site complete with equipment installed andtested.

2. Description of the Related Art

Many people have become accustomed to the convenience of using acarwash. Carwashes are frequently installed at gas stations wherebydrivers can purchase gas and at the same time purchase a carwash. Forthe drivers, the combination of getting gas and a carwash at the samelocation is a great convenience. For the owners of the gas stations orconvenience stores, the carwash presents an additional opportunity toincrease sales and revenue. From a competitive aspect, many gas stationsand convenience stores want a carwash in order to lure additionalcustomers to their stores.

The construction of carwashes normally requires expertise in severaldifferent areas. After a suitable location has been secured, the floorplan of the building must be laid and the car washing equipment positiondetermined. The building generally consists of a tunnel in which the carwashing equipment is located and where the car is washed and amechanical room where the controls for the equipment are kept. Thedistribution and delivery of power and supplies to such equipment mustthen be designed. Since each car wash building may be slightlydifferent, each layout for the equipment is also slightly different, andthe design of a system for the distribution and delivery of supplies forthe equipment previously required individual attention for each carwash.The design and installation of such a system requires considerableexpertise in the areas of plumbing, electricity and hydraulics. Skilledplumbers and electricians employed in the construction must also bespecifically experienced in carwash equipment.

Before the present invention, the building of a carwash in a remotelocation required a considerable expenditure of time and effort. It wasrequired that the builder travel to the location in order to contractskilled electricians, plumbers, and equipment installation personnel inorder to ensure their availability as necessary for the installation.

Once these experienced technicians had been scheduled, it was requiredthat they design, and subsequently install chemical, electrical andhydraulic distribution systems to deliver supplies to the equipment tobe used in the carwash. This required a large expenditure of time andconcerted effort by these skilled technicians, resulting in a high costto the builder.

After installation of the equipment and supply distribution and deliverysystems, these systems were subject to inspection and approval by localofficials. In view of the fact that the systems were designed and builtspecifically for the single carwash in which they were located, theseinspections were often rigorous. Occasionally parts of the systems mightneed to be replaced in order to meet municipal codes. Additionally, theentire design and installation would have to be supervised byrepresentatives of the builder in order to ensure the system met thebuilder's standards.

Other problems with prior art carwash supply distribution systemsinclude a difficulty in servicing defective or worn out parts such asvalves or solenoids because they may be permanently installed as partsof the plumbing. Additionally these valves or solenoids may be locatedin the carwash tunnel, increasing the deleterious exposure to chemicalsand water used in the car washing process.

The plumbing, hydraulic and electrical lines for conventional carwashesnormally require that they be secured to the walls of the carwash tunnelfor support. This greatly hinders the task of cleaning the walls of thetunnel. Dirt and grime are thus more likely to accumulate and associatedproblems arise within the carwash tunnel.

If the supplies of chemicals are also located in the carwash tunnel, thetunnel itself might need to be heated, as some of the chemicals wouldsuffer adverse effects from low temperatures. If this were the case anadditional problem arises since the viscosity of the concentratedchemicals to be used in the carwash increases substantially at lowtemperatures. This causes problems in the dilution and mixing of thechemicals.

Oftentimes, a carwash can be installed on-site in approximately threemonths. During this time, the owner of the carwash will contact with ageneral contractor who oversees construction of the carwash. The generalcontractor coordinates and schedules the various laborers involved inconstructing the carwash. During a first phase, the necessary groundworkis performed, including laying the concrete and running a drainage pipeto a sewer system. Constructing the carwash involves erecting the wallsof the tunnel and also constructing the equipment room with suitableaccess to the outside. The washing unit itself is then installed withinthe tunnel. This washing unit may comprise an overhead gantry system inwhich case the washing unit is placed upon a set of support beams. Thewashing unit may comprise other types of units, such as a floor-mountedgantry system.

During the construction of a prior art carwash, plumbers are needed forthe running of the drainage pipe, connecting the carwash to a watersupply, and for the various interconnection within the carwash itself.Electricians are also needed for the power and control wiring.Carpenters or other such laborers are needed to erect the walls andceilings of the buildings and additional laborers needed for doing thenecessary ground preparation work, laying the concrete, and perhaps forerecting an exterior elevation, such as bricks or stucco.

Thus, as can be appreciated by those skilled in the art, theconstruction of a carwash requires the careful coordination of a largenumber of skilled craftspersons. Because the construction of a carwashrequires the assistance of so many people, the failure of any particularperson or group of people to satisfactorily perform their tasks can havedeleterious effects on the carwash. Oftentimes, problems arise duringthe construction of the carwash and the general contractor is forced todetermine which sub-contractor is at fault, with the sub-contractorstypically accusing each other of the problems in the construction of thecarwash. Also, the laborers may not have experience in constructing acarwash and, as a result, the quality of their work may be sub-standard.For example, an electrician may have experience with power distributionbut may not have sufficient experience with control wiring within acarwash to do a quality job on a that portion of the job. In light ofall these variables in the workforce, the quality and installation ofcarwashes across the country is not uniform.

In addition to dealing with likely problems or obstacles in theconstruction of the carwash, the future owner of the carwash must alsoendure long delays before the carwash is operational. The typical timefor constructing a carwash is on the order of three months. During thistime, the future owner must cope with the nuisance of having a worksiteon its premises, which could interfere with the ability to carry onnormal operations at the business. This long delay also presents afinancial burden to the future owner because of the financial resourcestied up in the construction and the wait of three or so months beforethe carwash can generate any revenue. Thus, the future owner of thecarwash has a great incentive to expedite construction of the carwash,not only to minimize the nuisance but also to expedite when the carwashcan begin to generate revenue.

This pressure to expedite construction, however, may unnecessarilyhasten work on the carwash and cause the laborers to sacrifice qualityin order to meet shortened deadlines. The future carwash owner mustperform a careful balancing between pushing the general contractor andsub-contractors to finish the job with the desire to have a qualityconstructed carwash. Any sacrifice in the quality may only cause thecarwash owner to incur greater repairs down the road and an additionalnuisance and expense associated with those repairs.

Some attempts have been made to simplify the construction of a carwash.For example, some carwash owners, especially gas stations, have astandard design for the carwash. The carwashes therefore may have thesame dimensions, the same walls and ceilings, and same equipmentinstalled within the carwash. By adopting a single design, theinstallation and construction of a carwash can become more routine andthus less prone to unforeseen problems. Another approach is to prepareassemblies of components which are then installed within the carwashstructure. For instance, U.S. Pat. No. 4,955,405 describes a“Prefabricated Car Wash Distribution And Delivery System And Method”wherein a raceway is prefabricated with lines and hoses and thisassembly is transported to the car wash for installation. By fabricatingthe raceway as a preassembled structure, the work that is needed on sitefor making the necessary interconnections and wiring between theequipment is reduced. While this patent addresses some of the problemsmentioned above, the construction of a carwash still requires theassistance of various skilled laborers, including electricians andplumbers.

A need exists for systems and methods for constructing carwashes thataddress the above-mentioned problems. For example, a need exists forsystems and methods for constructing a carwash that is consistentlyconstructed according to high quality standards and can be installed ina minimal amount of time. As mentioned above, these two desires runcounter to each other since hastening the construction of a carwashoften results in sacrificing quality.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

An object of the present invention is to provide a modular carwash forsimple construction on site.

A further object of the present invention is to provide a prefabricatedmodular carwash assembly to reduce the number of technicians requiredfor installation at a carwash location.

Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide a fullyassembled modular carwash that can be constructed in a short period oftime.

The modular carwash assembly of the present invention is modular indesign such that it may be transported to any desired location.

The modular carwash assembly of the present invention includes a carwashmodule and an equipment module that are easily installed at a work site.Alternatively these components may be erected at a predeterminedlocation and transported to the building site. In either case, thecarwash module and equipment module are easily constructed and easilyconnected to each other.

The carwash module includes a skeletal system secured on a slopedflooring, wherein the skeletal system is able to support the carwashequipment. The skeletal system includes a series of columns, with pairsof columns being connected by crossarms. The skeletal system thereby isable to support a carriage that is supported on two carriage railsmounted between two crossarms. The carriage supports a pair of sprayarms that direct water and cleaning fluid towards a vehicle positionedwithin the carwash module.

The equipment module is constructed in substantially the same manner asthe carwash module, with the equipment module being positioned proximatethe carwash module at the building site. The equipment module includeswashing and drying components such as a pumping station for deliveringwater and fluid to the spray arms and an air compressor for generating astream of air to dry the vehicle after washing. Additionally, theequipment module may include water purifiers, water softeners andrelated equipment.

The equipment module is therefore designed to be easily connected to thecarwash module. More specifically, the carwash equipment mounted in thecarwash module is easily connected with the carwash equipment housed inthe equipment module, such that the connections can be completed in aquick fashion without requiring the work of plumbers, electricians, andother specialists.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

A modular carwash embodying the features of the present invention isdepicted in the accompanying drawing which form a portion of thisdisclosure and wherein:

FIG. 1A is a front end view of the modular carwash assembly of thepresent invention;

FIG. 1B is a rear end view of the modular carwash assembly of thepresent invention;

FIG. 1C is a first side view of the modular carwash assembly of thepresent invention;

FIG. 1D is a second side view of the modular carwash assembly of thepresent invention;

FIG. 2 is a top plan view of the modular carwash assembly of the presentinvention;

FIG. 3 is a sectional top view of the modular carwash assembly of thepresent invention as illustrated in FIG. 2;

FIG. 4 is a schematic view of the modular carwash assembly of thepresent invention as illustrated in FIG. 3;

FIG. 5 is a partially exploded view of the carwash equipment used in themodular carwash assembly of the present invention;

FIG. 6 is a top plan view of the carwash equipment attached to thebuilding skeleton;

FIG. 7 is an end view of the modular carwash assembly of the presentinvention;

FIG. 8A is a sectional view of the first side of the modular carwashassembly;

FIG. 8B is a sectional view of the second side of the modular carwashassembly; and

FIG. 9 is a sectional view of the flooring of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Reference will now be made in detail to preferred embodiments of theinvention, non-limiting examples of which are illustrated inaccompanying FIGS. 1 through 9. These figures illustrate just oneexample as to how a carwash assembly 10 according to a preferredembodiment of the present invention may be manufactured. Elevations maybe customized for a location (brick, stucco, ACM and split face block)rooflines also. It should be understood that the drawings do not limitthe invention to the precise embodiment disclosed; rather, carwashesaccording to the invention may have other dimensions or made of othermaterials.

Overview

Systems and methods according to preferred embodiments of the presentinvention address the problems mentioned in the Background section ofthis application by providing a modular carwash assembly 10 that may beconstructed in an expedited manner and prefabricated to be shipped to adesired location. In particular, the modular carwash assembly 10 of thepresent invention includes a carwash module 12 and an equipment module13, wherein the carwash equipment 30 is installed in both modules 12,13. The carwash module 12 includes a series of walls 14, a ceiling 16,and a sloping floor 18. By prefabricating the entire carwash assembly 10or substantially all of the carwash assembly 10, both the carwash module12 and the equipment module 13 can be transported to the site for theestablishment of the carwash assembly 10, installed, and ready to use ina minimal amount of time. For example, in contrast to the typicalconstruction cycle of three months or more, the modular carwash assembly10 can be installed on the building site and ready to use in as littleas one or two days. Further advantages and benefits of the carwashassembly 10 according to the present invention will be apparent from thedescription below.

Structure

Significantly, the carwash module 12 and equipment module 13 of themodular carwash assembly 10 are such that they can be shipped eitherwith all of the necessary carwash equipment 30 installed or the variouscomponents of the modules 12, 13 can be transported to the building siteand the carwash equipment 30 then installed. An important feature of thecarwash module 12 is that the walls 14 of the carwash assembly 10 areconstructed with sufficient strength to support the weight of thecarwash equipment 30. By mounting a portion of the carwash equipment 30directly to the walls 14 of the carwash module 12, the carwash assembly10 according to the invention avoids the need for additional supportbeams or other similar structure for supporting the weight of overheadwashing units.

In the preferred embodiment, both modules 12, 13 include a skeletalsystem 20, which will include a series of columns, advantageously steelcolumns, 22 and crossarms, advantageously steel crossarms, 24. With thecarwash module 12, the inner surface of the columns 22 advantageouslyare engaged by an impervious protective layer 26, while the outersurface of the steel columns 22 are engaged by an exterior layer 28.This skeletal system 20 can therefore reduce the width of the carwashassembly 10 as compared to conventional carwashes, and more importantlycan reduce the height of the carwash assembly 10. With conventionalcarwash designs, the walls are made of metal paneling and must beconstructed high enough so that the overhead washing unit and supportstructure can be received within the carwash. In doing so, theconventional carwash cannot have its structure prefabricated since theheight of the carwash is too high to pass underneath bridges duringtransit on the highway. In contrast, the carwash assembly 10 accordingto the preferred embodiment of the present invention enables the carwashmodule 12 to be prefabricated and shipped preassembled to the desiredsite for placement, and to be within such height restrictions.

Another advantage of the carwash assembly 10 according to preferredembodiments of the present invention results from the use of theimpervious protective layer 26, which surrounds a tunnel 25. During thefabrication of the carwash module 12, the protective layer 26 isconnected with the skeletal system 20 to form the tunnel 25 of thecarwash assembly 10. The protective layer 26 will thereby protect thecarwash module 12 from the corrosive environment created during use ofthe carwash assembly 10. This corrosive environment is created throughthe use of the various chemicals used and applied to the vehicle beingcleaned as well as to the ambient environmental conditions. Theprotective layer 26 is preferably impervious to these chemicals and tothe exposure to environmental conditions to protect the skeletal system20. Some examples of suitable impervious protective layers 22 includefiberglass, polyurethane or like coating, which may be applied withinthe tunnel 25. It should be noted that the protective layer 26 may besprayed onto an interior of the tunnel 25.

The ceiling 16 of the carwash assembly 10 according to a preferredembodiment of the invention can accommodate any suitable elevation toallow the desired vehicular traffic through the carwash module 12.Moreover, the exterior layer 28 can be formed of a variety of desiredmaterials, such as thin set brick, panels, stucco, and so forth, as wellas any desired shape, such as a gabled roof, flat roof, windows, and thelike. Thus, carwashes 10 according to the preferred embodiment of theinvention are not limited in any set of dimensions, but may be compactedin size as needed for a particular location.

Carwash Equipment

Looking to FIGS. 5 and 6, the carwash equipment 30 is housed in both thecarwash module 12 and the equipment module 13. The preferred embodimentof the carwash equipment 30 will include a carriage 32 that is mountedon a pair of carriage rails 34 using a set of carriage wheels 33. Thecarriage wheels 33 are thereby driven by a carriage motor (notillustrated) for the carriage 32 to traverse the carwash tunnel 25. Atleast one spray arm 36 is rotatably connected to the carriage 32 suchthat each spray arm 36 may swivel about the vehicle positioned in thetunnel 25. The spray arm 36 is connected to a fluid pumping station 38located in the equipment module 13 via a spray conduit 40. As a result,water is provided for soaking the vehicle. The fluid pumping stating 38is housed in the equipment module 13, such that the spray conduit 40 isused to connect between the carwash module 12 and the equipment module13.

In addition to the fluid pumping station 38, other components of thecarwash equipment 30 are protectively stored in the equipment module 13.For example, a motor control unit 44 is stored in the equipment module13 and connected to the carriage 32 to control transverse movement ofthe carriage 32 within the carwash module 12. Additionally, the carwashassembly 10 includes means for drying the vehicle after it has beenwashed. The drying means may include an air compressor 42 that is storedin the equipment module 13 and connected to air vents 44 in the carwashmodule 12 via an air conduit. As a result, a stream of air is generatedto be directed toward to the center of the carwash module 12 toward thevehicle to force water from the vehicle.

In addition to these components, the carwash assembly 10 may includevarious accessories to aid in cleaning vehicles. Some accessories are tobe secured and used within the carwash module 12. Such accessories mayinclude a “photoeye” (not illustrated) for monitoring the vehicle in thetunnel 25 of the carwash module 12 or a directional sign (notillustrated) mounted proximate the carriage 32 to assist persons drivingtheir vehicle into the tunnel 25. In addition, there may be anoperational interface (not illustrated) positioned at the entrance ofthe tunnel 25 to assist the user. Further accessories may be positionedin the equipment module 12, such as a water purifier or softener (notillustrated).

One embodiment of the modular carwash assembly 10 as disclosed herein isfabricated to the inventors' specifications and uses carwash equipment30 in the tunnel 25 according to the inventors' specification. However,it should be understood that carwash assemblies 10 according to thepresent invention are not limited to any manufacturer nor are theylimited to the precise type of carwash equipment. For example, withregard to the carwash equipment 30, the carwash assembly 10 may comprisea full service tunnel, self-serve, in-dash bay automatic, or fleet/truckwash configuration. Moreover, the carwash equipment 30 may include atouchless washing system or a frictional engagement washing system(e.g., using a cloth brush or nylon bristles) for cleaning vehicles.

Construction of the Carwash Assembly

The carwash module 12 and the equipment module 13 of the presentinvention advantageously are constructed using the various components ata predetermined site and then delivered to the proper location. Byproducing the modules 12, 13 prior to delivery, the construction on thedesired site can be prompt. Looking at FIGS. 7 and 9, the carwash module12 is advantageously manufactured by first forming a layer 19 a,advantageously of lightweight concrete, above a frame 19 b (such as anintermediate rib decking) so as to create a sloping floor 18. Thevarious columns 22 of the skeletal system 20 are set in the layer 19 a,if layer 19 a is concrete, while the concrete hardens. Advantageouslylayer 19 a is angled such that the water will drain to a centrallocation, at which place a grate 21 is placed for the drain. A series ofcrossarms 24 are used to connect opposing columns 22, on top of which isaffixed a roof decking 46.

At least two of the crossarms 24 are mounted on the columns 22 atopposed ends of the carwash module 12. Connected between these twocrossarms 24 are two carriage rails 34. The carriage rails 34 supportthe carriage 32 on carriage wheels 33 rotatably connected to thecarriage 32 and driven by the carriage motor. As a result, the carriagemotor drives the carriage 32 longitudinally on the carriage rails 34 forthe carriage 32 to traverse the tunnel of the carwash module 12.

Operation of the Carwash Assembly

As discussed above, the carwash assembly 10 is separated into theequipment module 13 containing a substantial portion of the carwashequipment 30 and the carwash module 12 which forms the tunnel 25 forreceiving the vehicle to be cleaned. Both modules 12, 13 are preferablyprefabricated for use together, and these two modules 12, 13 are placednext to each other and coupled together at the construction site.Coupling the two structures 12, 13 together is simple and can beperformed in a short period of time relative to the construction ofconventional carwash assemblies. While the invention has been shown anddescribed as having two modules or structures, it should be understoodthat the carwash assembly 10 according to an embodiment of the inventionmay be formed as one structure or may be formed of more than twostructures. For instance, for carwashes having longer tunnels, it ispossible that the tunnel portion 27 of the carwash module 12 may beformed using two or more carwash modules 12 coupled together at thesite. Two or more modules 12 may also be coupled together in a manner toform multiple bays.

The drawings show a carwash assembly 10 having a superstructure 20formed with columns, preferably steel columns, 22. These columns 22 formpart of a skeletal system 20 that is capable of supporting carwashequipment and other equipment within the tunnel structure 14. Inaddition to the skeletal system 20, the carwash is also equipped withmounting hardware for enabling the carwash equipment 30 to be mounted tothe skeletal system 20. This mounting hardware can take any form. Oneexample provides a series of brackets that are mounted to the walls 14and to the skeletal system 20 within the walls 14 to support the rails34 and crossarms 24.

The walls 14 advantageously include protective layer 26, which in thisexample is shown as fiberglass insulation. While fiberglass is oneexample of a protective layer, other embodiments of protective layers 26may be used. Also, while the skeletal system 20 of the preferredembodiment provides the strength necessary to support the carwashequipment 30 through the use of columns 22, other types of supports maybe used, as well as other arrangements of supports, and other materials.

Thus, although there have been described particular embodiments of thepresent invention of a new and useful Prefabricated Modular CarwashAssembly, it is not intended that such references be construed aslimitations upon the scope of this invention except as set forth in thefollowing claims.

1. A method for installing a modular carwash assembly at a desiredlocation comprising the steps of: a) constructing a carwash module at afirst location, including the steps of providing a secure floor surface;mounting a frame to said floor surface, said frame forming a tunnelsurrounded by two vertical wall surfaces and a substantially horizontalceiling surface connected between said two wall surfaces; and connectingmeans for washing the vehicle to said carwash module; and b)transporting said carwash module from said first location to the desiredlocation for direct installation at the desired location.
 2. The methodas described in claim 1, wherein step a) further comprises the step of:affixing a substantially impervious protective layer to said interiorsurface of said vertical wall surfaces.
 3. The method as described inclaim 1, wherein after step a) further comprising the steps of:constructing an equipment module having a frame affixed to atransportable flooring; and housing a water pump in said equipmentmodule, said water pump connected to said fluid distributing means; andassembling the equipment module and said carwash module prior totransporting to the desired location.
 4. The method as described inclaim 3, further comprising the step of: controlling the transversemovement of said carriage on said carriage wheels using a motor controlunit housed in said equipment module.
 5. The method as described inclaim 3, wherein step b) further comprises the step of: lifting saidcarwash module and said equipment module; transporting said carwashmodule and said equipment module to the desired location; and connectingsaid carwash module with said equipment module using a conduit.
 6. Themethod as described in claim 1, wherein step a) further comprises thestep of: mounting the frame to a lightweight concrete sloping from anapex to a base.
 7. The method as described in claim 1, wherein step a)further comprises affixing a touchless washing system to said carwashmodule.
 8. A method for installing a modular carwash assembly at adesired location comprising the steps of: a) constructing a carwashmodule at a first location, including the steps of pouring a lightweightconcrete to provide a floor surface; mounting a skeletal system to saidlightweight concrete, said skeletal system forming a tunnel surroundedby two vertical wall surfaces and a substantially horizontal ceilingsurface connected between said two wall surfaces; and supporting carwashequipment relative to said skeletal system; and b) transporting saidcarwash module from the first location to the desired location for quickinstallation at the desired location.
 9. A method for installing amodular carwash assembly for cleaning an automobile at a desiredlocation comprising the steps of: a) constructing a completed carwashmodule at a first location, said completed carwash module includingmeans for washing the automobile; and b) transporting said completedcarwash module from said first location to the desired location foroperation of said carwash module.
 10. The method as described in claim9, wherein step a) further comprises the step of: providing a securefloor surface; mounting a frame to said floor surface, said frameforming a tunnel surrounded by two vertical wall surfaces and asubstantially horizontal ceiling surface connected between said two wallsurfaces; connecting a means for washing the vehicle to said carwashmodule; and affixing a substantially impervious protective layer to saidinterior surface of said vertical wall surfaces.
 11. The method asdescribed in claim 9, wherein after step a) further comprising the stepsof: constructing an equipment module having a frame affixed to atransportable flooring; and housing a water pump in said equipmentmodule, said water pump connected to said fluid distributing means; andassembling the equipment module and said carwash module prior totransporting to the desired location.
 12. The method as described inclaim 11, further comprising the step of: controlling the transversemovement of said carriage on said carriage wheels using a motor controlunit housed in said equipment module.
 13. The method as described inclaim 9, wherein step b) further comprises the step of: lifting saidcarwash module and said equipment module; transporting said carwashmodule and said equipment module to the desired location; and connectingsaid carwash module with said equipment module using a conduit.
 14. Themethod as described in claim 9, wherein step a) further comprises thestep of: mounting the frame to a lightweight concrete sloping from anapex to a base.
 15. The method as described in claim 9, wherein step a)further comprises affixing a touchless washing system to said carwashmodule.